Kaliumacetat (KCH ₃ COO) ist ein weißes, geruchlos, kristallines Salz aus Kalium und Essigsäure. Es ist hochlöslich in Wasser und bildet eine alkalische Lösung.
Verwendungsmöglichkeiten:
- Pufferlösungen: Used in laboratories to maintain a stable pH.
- Deicing: Commonly used to melt ice on airport runways and roads, as it is less corrosive than other deicers.
- Food Additive: Can be used in food preservation and acidity regulation.
- Fertilizers and Pharmaceuticals: Sometimes used in fertilizers and medical treatments to provide potassium.
Potassium acetate is generally safe to handle, but like all chemicals, it should be stored properly and handled with care.
